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Rokinon 85mm F1.8
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Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8

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Rokinon 85mm F1.8

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Rokinon 85mm F1.8 vs Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8 Comparison Overview

In this review, we will be comparing the Rokinon 85mm F1.8 for the E Mount and the Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8 for the E Mount, two Telephoto Prime lenses from Rokinon and Zeiss. Both lenses have the same focal length and max apertures of 85mm and F1.8 so they are very comparable in this regard. One major difference between these two lenses is that the Rokinon 85mm F1.8 has a max format size coverage of APS-C / DX, but on the other hand, the Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8 has a max coverage of 35mm FF.

We will start by looking briefly at the main specs of these two lenses, and in the following section, we will start analyzing them in more detail and listing the pros and cons of each lens.

Rokinon 85mm F1.8 Key Specs

  • 85mm Focal Range
  • F1.8 Max Aperture
  • Filter Thread: 62mm
  • Max Format: APS-C / DX
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 344g.
  • Diameter: 68mm
  • Length: 81mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.65m

Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8 Key Specs

  • 85mm Focal Range
  • F1.8 Max Aperture
  • Image Stabilization
  • Weather-sealed
  • Filter Thread: 67mm
  • Max Format: 35mm FF
  • Sony E Mount
  • Weight: 475g.
  • Diameter: 105mm
  • Length: 78mm
  • Min Focus Distance: 0.8m
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What type of photography are the Rokinon 85mm F1.8 and Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8 lenses good for?

The type of photography that you are planning to use is an important decision factor. Here we have evaluated the Rokinon 85mm F1.8 and the Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8 for their suitability to various photography scenarios:

Photography Type Rokinon 85mm F1.8 Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8
Bird/WildlifeAverageAverage
SportsGoodGood
PortraitExcellentExcellent
TravelFairFair
StreetAverageAverage
WeddingVery GoodVery Good
Walk AroundFairFair
VloggingAverageAverage
LandscapeFairFair


Size and Weight Comparison

The size of a lens is an important deciding factor when comparing two lenses. Rokinon 85mm F1.8 is the longer of the two lenses at 81mm. The Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8 with a length of 78mm, is 3mm shorter. On the other hand, the Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8 has a larger diameter of 105mm compared to the Rokinon 85mm F1.8's 68mm diameter.

The weight of a lens is as important as its external dimensions, especially if you are planning to hand hold your camera and lens combination for longer periods. Rokinon 85mm F1.8 weighs 344g, which means it is 131g (27%) lighter than the Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8 which has a weight of 475g.


Below you can find the dimension and weight table of the Telephoto Prime Lenses in Sony E Mount for size comparison purposes.

Telephoto Prime Lenses in Sony E Mount for Size Comparison
Model Length Diameter Weight Street Price
Samyang AF 135mm F1.8 FE Lens Samyang AF 135mm F1.8 FE
130mm
93mm 772g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 85mm F1.8 Lens Sony FE 85mm F1.8
82mm
78mm 371g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM Lens Sony FE 85mm F1.4 GM
108mm
90mm 820g Amazon B&H Photo
Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE Lens Samyang AF 85mm F1.4 FE
100mm
88mm 568g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 600mm F4 GM OSS Lens Sony FE 600mm F4 GM OSS
449mm
164mm 3040g Amazon B&H Photo
Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM Art Lens Sigma 135mm F1.8 DG HSM
141mm
91mm 1130g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS Lens Sony FE 400mm F2.8 GM OSS
359mm
158mm 2895g Amazon B&H Photo
Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM Lens Sony FE 135mm F1.8 GM
127mm
90mm 950g Amazon B&H Photo

Lens Mounts

Both the Rokinon 85mm F1.8 and the Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8 has the same Sony E lens mount. Some of the latest released cameras that are compatible with the Sony E lenses are Sony A6700, Sony FX30 and Sony ZV-E10.

Rokinon 85mm F1.8 is also available in Canon EF-M and Fujifilm X mounts.

Focal Range

Both lenses have the same focal range of 85mm and the fastest aperture of F1.8.

Reasons to choose Rokinon 85mm F1.8 over Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8

Diaphragm Blades 9 vs Potentially more rounded and smooth bokeh
Aperture Ring Yes vs No able to adjust the aperture on the lens
Weight 344g vs 475g 131g lighter
Diameter 68mm vs 105mm 37mm smaller in diameter
Filter Thread 62mm vs 67mm Smaller filters are cheaper and easier to find
Minimum Focus Distance 0.65m vs 0.8m can focus closer to the subject

Reasons to choose Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8 over Rokinon 85mm F1.8

Image Stabilization Yes vs No Sharper Images at longer shutter speeds
Autofocus Yes vs No Easier, faster and more accurate focusing
Max Sensor Coverage 35mm FF vs APS-C / DX covers larger sensors
Length 78mm vs 81mm 3mm shorter
Weather Sealing Yes vs No safer to use under rain and dust

Common Strengths of Rokinon 85mm F1.8 and Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8
Internal Focusing Yes vs Yes Length of the lens doesn't change during focusing
Distance Scale Yes vs Yes Distance Scale to assist focusing
Depth-of-Field Scale Yes vs Yes Depth of Field scale to assist focusing




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Rokinon 85mm F1.8 vs Zeiss Batis 85mm F1.8 Specs Table

Detailed comparison of specifications
General
Brand Rokinon Zeiss
Lens Type Prime Prime
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Lens Type Telephoto Prime Telephoto Prime
Lens Mount Sony E Sony E
Max Format APS-C / DX 35mm FF
Focal Range 85mm 85mm
Image Stabilization Yes
Colour - -
Zoom Method No Zoom No Zoom
Power Zoom No No
Zoom Lock No No
Zoom Ratio 1.0X 1.0X
Aperture
Max Aperture F1.8 F1.8
Min Aperture F22
Aperture Ring Yes No
Diaphragm Blades 9 -
Optics
Optical Elements 9 10
Optical Groups 7 8
Focusing
Min Focus Distance 0.65m 0.8m
Max Magnification - -
Autofocus No Yes
AF Motor Type No AF -
Full Time Manual Yes Yes
Focus Method Internal Internal
Distance Scale Yes Yes
DoF Scale Yes Yes
Distance Scale Yes Yes
Focus Distance Limiter No No
Physical Specs
Weight 344g 475g
Diameter 68mm 105mm
Length 81mm 78mm
Weather Sealing No Yes
Filter Thread 62mm 67mm
Hood Supplied Yes Yes
Tripod Collar No No
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